STRING INSTRUMENT RENTAL PROGRAM

Why Rent?
I often hear parents say “We’ll get a cheap instrument and see if our child likes it, first. Then we’ll rent or buy a better instrument.” That might work for other instruments, but for a stringed instrument there is a HUGE difference between a good instrument and a cheap one. In many instances, a cheap instrument is really not even playable!

A quality instrument capable of producing a warm and pleasing tone is a critical element in the success of the young string player. The positive reinforcement of good sound and ease of playability encourages the student to practice and to take pride in his or her accomplishments. Lesson time will be more productive as the student and teacher benefit from a problem-free instrument.

As a former string teacher and parent of string players, I think one should also look at the value received for the rental dollar. This includes the quality of the instrument/outfit, the instrument setup, the rental credit towards purchase, the insurance available and any other benefits offered. At Eisenbarth Violin Shop, I feel that my rental program gives an exceptional value for the rental dollar.

1/4 through full size instruments are available. All rental instruments are made from well-seasoned spruce and maple. The fingerboard, tailpiece, pegs and chinrest are made of solid ebony. The bridge and soundpost are carefully fitted to optimize tone, and each instrument is strung with quality strings. Every effort is made to make these rental instruments a pleasure to play, as well as to hear.

Your Instrument Should Look Good,
Sound Good,
and Feel Good.

Rental Credit
This is not a rent-to-own program. No rental instruments are for sale. However at any time during the rental period, if the renter account is current, the renter may elect to purchase an instrument from Eisenbarth String Instrument Repair, LLC. Should this be the choice, the total selling price of the new instrument will be reduced by a credit of 100% of the rental fee for the first year, plus 60% of all additional rent up to 80% of the purchase price of the new instrument.

Repair Insurance
Optional repair insurance is available covering all major repair needs, except bow rehairing and string replacement.

All fees are based on a period of three months. At the end of the initial three-month period, the renter may continue to rent their instrument on a monthly basis. Rent is billed every three months for the duration of the rental agreement. No portion of the first three months’ fees is refundable. All transactions are paid through use of a credit card.

School Kits For Rental Customers
Beginner School Kits are available to our rental customers at greatly reduced prices. The school kit generally consists of: the book required by the school, a shoulder sponge for violin and viola players or a rock stop for cello players, rosin, and a music stand.